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Thank you for responding also!! I value all opinions and people's time. I'm thankful for the reproof also! I ask the Lord frequently is there a purpose in all of this contention? And I do believe that it is a refining tool the LORD is using. Because GOD knows our deepest most inner parts... I desire nothing more than to have a great marriage, where things are simple and we can celebrate our Love for the LORD together, raise our child in the fear and admonition of the LORD. But like Paul I'm stuck, how do I perform. It doesn't help that we do not have a home Church. So it really just is me and him rubbing elbows all the time.... Please pray that the LORD will help me, change my heart, to be more helpful in this situation. Because it is hard to have someone do a 180 on you and go full force into in this case different doctrine. But I'm ok with it, that he has his own mind, he is just very obsessed. And that is the contention.
This terms only applies to Jesus Christ whose humanity was devolved from the Word was God. Analogy of the incorruptible seed explains the logos aspect of the Word which was with God. As such Isaiah refers to him, 'For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant.' And being born again for man is applied for the Word become flesh, "Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever."(1 Pet.1.23) This ought to explain the inheritance of the Son covers 'the uttermost parts of the earth'. God sent his only begotten Son to the world and uttermost parts has one end on the earth and the other world unseen. These two worlds are framed by the word of God. ( Ps. 2.7-8; Heb.11.3) Gospel of John says, 'And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us.'.(1.14). Inheritance of saints in light shall help us understand in what sense we need take of blessings to Abraham and other heirs of promise. In the everlasting Covenant, man was created after our image and after our likeness'. (Gen.1.28).
God sent his only begotten Son to the world.
The word of God serves like a seed. "For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear." (Mk.4.8) On the basis of the Covenant we shall see the third day provided for vegetation and the Spirit mentions the seed,-' whose seed is in itself, upon the earth'. So, we shall do well to see Jesus Christ, where 'after our likeness' so the tree of life applied to him applies equally to the trees of righteousness. Incorruptible seed created the bread from heaven which equally valid as saying the only begotten Son.
the Word becoming flesh was after the Similitude that existed in heaven. The Father Son relationship explains 'after our image' and man is called to the same relationship in his Son. The writer to the Hebrews cites this, "in all things it behoved him to be made like untohisbrethren."
May God be with you and bless you and keep you, Amen,
I pray that you will have a terrific and blessed vacation. May your time with the Lord during this time produce in you great growth and understanding of God's word, will, and workings in your life.
O LORD hear our prayers for all that E petitions you for fulfilling. Answer these petitions soon and strengthen E's faith to continue to believe that You do hear and are willing to answer the requests of His child in the best way for all. Keep E's mind and heart stayed on you, trusting you for all things and give E joy and peace in You as You alone can save, deliver, and restore all of us who believe in You.
Good for you for inquiring on this topic for yourself. You are in my prayers over this tension in your marriage. I can only imagine how disturbing it must be to both of you.
My husband and I have never had that kind of rift between us in all these years as we think alike on matters that are truly important.
Here is a funny thing that happened many years ago. We were discussing some topic and my husband told me, "I know why I married you, because you think like a man. I laughed at that, was not offended at all, and said that what he said is probably true because if I thought like a woman I probably would want to slap him. We had a good laugh about that and revisit it every once in a while. I am sure he said that because I am very matter-of-fact, logical, and do not let my emotions get in the way of discussing topics. I guess being this way would be pretty similar to how men think they are but I do have women friends who are very similar to me. We laugh at this story, too.
I am so sorry for the grief you are experiencing. I pray that the Lord will give you a calm and peaceful mental and emotional state in these last few months of your pregnancy. Pretty soon your baby will be in your arms and then the joy of this new life and the reality of how sacrificial parenting is and will continue to be begins to gel for both Mom and Dad.
For me, parenting was so so enjoyable for me. I was able to stay home and "mom" our boys 24/7 until our youngest was 12 or so. The sacrifices we made to provide a loving Christian environment were valued by us and we were happy to do so for all those years. I even hated sending my kiddos to school every September to be taught by someone I did not really know. Perhaps I am not the norm in this. One of my friends was the same way raising her kids.
But you and your husband will find your own way to do this life work for the Lord and for the sake of your children. I pray that you can set this disagreeing on this topic aside.
- Psalm 91:1 (ARC)
It is not only for those who visit Him from time to time (only on Sundays), but for those who dwell, who remain in Him.
It is not the absence of problems, but the certainty of shelter.
To rest in the shadow of the Almighty means to recognize that our limits are supported by His strength.
- Psalm 91:2
Faith here is declared with conviction.
It is not a silent faith, but a spoken one
In times of insecurity, this confession is like an anchor in the storm.
Refuge is where we hide, fortress is where we are defended.
- Psalm 91:3
Life is full of traps. But God sees before we do.
He delivers us from the enemy's strategies and also from sicknesses and destructions we cannot control.
- Psalm 91:4
God's truth - that is, His promises - is the shield that protects us from fear and lies.
Which promises? The Bible - all of it. Year after year I learn something new; it is for a lifetime.
- Psalm 91:7
Even in the midst of war, crisis, or disaster - the one who trusts in God remains standing.
It is not about arrogance, but about trust.
Not because we are strong, but because He is our constant refuge.
- Psalm 91:11
There is a spiritual dimension we do not see, but that works on our behalf.
- Psalm 91:14
To know the name of God is to know His character.
And the one who knows Him, trusts Him.
And the one who trusts, is protected. ( James 4:8)
And for God to surprise me
No, I do not believe that God in His nature changes. All that He is as a self-existent, sovereign, infinite, and being always remains the same. Internally so, God is always perfect in all aspects of His nature therefore there is no need for any adjustment, improvements, or gaining of any aspect of any attribute.
God's actions within creation and history have a mutable aspect in that He can change what He will do in any situation as He sees fit. But this is different than His nature which never changes.
I do hope that Gerald will get back to me and respond. I always welcome people giving clarification to what they have stated that they believe as far as doctrine. We all have need for refinement of our understanding of the doctrines of the faith passed down to us by the Lord and the apostles. Discussing our understanding together in respectful and truly sincere interest does some of this refinement as the Holy Spirit guides our thinking to helps our minds, intellect, reasoning, knowledge, and convictions align with that of Jesus more and more as our time here in this life continues.
I did not grow up knowing much about the topics of election, predestination and what God decreed to come to be in eternity past. But as I read more and more of Scripture I came upon statements that spoke of "before the foundation of the world" too often to neglect seeking better understanding. Soon I will to post what I have grown to understand about these things. I am committing it all to prayer at present before I begin to post.
Free, sometimes it helps to read another's post a few times before we respond and also to read what our own responses back before we post to be sure that we are clearly communicating our thinking on the ideas presented. I need to do the latter more often, but I do usually re-read what someone posts before I begin to respond.
I am coping well with just a half pill of pain med during the day and I slept well last night, too.
Just have to not do too strenuous from day to day to get the healing going well.
I have to laugh at the way this injury occurred. Wanted to let my little Rosie down into her crib gently.
Hubby will need to do that part for a while so I do not strain the muscles and ligaments supporting the rib.
I do appreciate your prayers for me. I know that the Lord will bring healing in His way in this. He is faithful.
Good for you for inquiring on this topic for yourself. You are in my prayers over this tension in your marriage. I can only imagine how disturbing it must be to both of you.
My husband and I have never had that kind of rift between us in all these years as we think alike on matters that are truly important.
Here is a funny thing that happened many years ago. We were discussing some topic and my husband told me, "I know why I married you, because you think like a man. I laughed at that, was not offended at all, and said that what he said is probably true because if I thought like a woman I probably would want to slap him. We had a good laugh about that and revisit it every once in a while. I am sure he said that because I am very matter-of-fact, logical, and do not let my emotions get in the way of discussing topics. I guess being this way would be pretty similar to how men think they are but I do have women friends who are very similar to me. We laugh at this story, too.
I am so sorry for the grief you are experiencing. I pray that the Lord will give you a calm and peaceful mental and emotional state in these last few months of your pregnancy. Pretty soon your baby will be in your arms and then the joy of this new life and the reality of how sacrificial parenting is and will continue to be begins to gel for both Mom and Dad.
For me, parenting was so so enjoyable for me. I was able to stay home and "mom" our boys 24/7 until our youngest was 12 or so. The sacrifices we made to provide a loving Christian environment were valued by us and we were happy to do so for all those years. I even hated sending my kiddos to school every September to be taught by someone I did not really know. Perhaps I am not the norm in this. One of my friends was the same way raising her kids.
But you and your husband will find your own way to do this life work for the Lord and for the sake of your children. I pray that you can set this disagreeing on this topic aside.
You must rightly divide the word... 2nd Tim. 2:15 "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
Our mail as gentiles comes from Paul...
Romans11:13
"For I speak to you Gentiles, inasmuch as I am the apostle of the Gentiles, I magnify mine office." - Paul's own declaration
Acts9:15
"This man is my chosen instrument to carry my name before the Gentiles and their kings and before the people of Israel." - God's commission of Paul
Acts22:21 & Acts26:17-18
"Go! For I will send you far away to the Gentiles."
"From the Gentiles-to whom I am sending you" - Reaffirming his mission to the Gentiles
Galatians2:7-9
Paul recounts: "James, Cephas, and John gave me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised [Jews]." - Church recognition of his distinct role
Ephesians3:8
Paul states: "to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ" - Emphasizing his calling and the scope of his ministry
1Timothy2:7
"For this I was appointed a preacher and an apostle and teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth." - Paul's self-identification
Summary Table of Key References
ScriptureContextRole Affirmed
Romans11:13Paul addressing Gentile believersExplicit self-identification
Acts9:15 Commission by Christ to AnaniasDivine mandate to Gentiles
Acts22 & 26Paul recounting his calling in defense or testimonyRepeated confirmation of his assignment
Galatians 2:7-9Jerusalem Council fellowship and allocation of ministryRecognition by other apostles
Ephesians3:8Paul's summation of his divine missionPreaching "unsearchable riches"
1Timothy2:7Paul's declaration to a younger church leaderOfficial title "apostle of the Gentiles"
And thank you for taking the time to respond to me!! I appreciate it very much. And definitely will be praying that the Lord will help me to deal with my Husband in a way that is honoring to him and the Lord. This whole situation started about 6 years ago when we were attending a Calvinist Church, by the way that I did love, but did not know at the time they were reformed, until we attended a Bible study at the Pastor's house. And he stated that they were all Calvinist but not hyper Calvinist. I thought in my mind, what is that?? And mentioned it to my Husband after and he didn't even recall the Pastor saying that. But from there I had to find out what it was about, which has lead to years of studying the Scriptures, listening to both sides and hearing/ reading about Calvinism from all different views. And coming to the conclusion that I personally can't support that view with my own study of the Word. I have absolutely no problem with people holding other views than me, I actually celebrate the fact of independent thought. But I also respect the fact that we all will not agree and I have learned in my walk with the Lord that you cannot force someone to believe what you believe. So if someone asks my opinion I will give it but I have also learned that my opinion is always needed or warranted so I try to keep things to myself. I love my Husband He is a great man, and I love his zeal, but it being aimed at me non stop is crushing my spirit.
If you want to give it time, it's nothing to worry about. You think differently, so what. Because in the context of faith it's about authority. Your husband should have authority. And then you should follow that. But then we have an important truth that your husband must take into account. If he is not the man the Lord wants him to be, what is there between you? True, think about it. Does your husband carry you through the days, does he honor you as a weaker vessel, is he kind and thoughtful. He lifts you up and supports you in your interests going forward. If not, he will not get answers to his prayers. It is clear and obvious. 1 Pet 3:7 When he then encounters resistance, what do you think he will do? You know not everyone agrees with the Lutheran position either. You are not that different. I get the impression that your husband demands that you believe as he does and then there are opinions that are difficult to deal with. You must always support each other and build each other up, never tear each other down or destroy. The two things in the world that are the most difficult to discuss are child rearing and religion. I advise you not to talk about it, as long as you two are so biased in your own confession of faith. Since this is not a new topic for you, I also believe that there may be a certain pride or selfishness to prove to the pet and the cretin that "I have something that you don't have, type". Everything that exalts itself is pride, we can pray against that. "Pride disappear into the deepest darkness in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen". Then we are talking about childishness which also through the study of God's Word will make man grow in knowledge. I am sure that if you are willing to search in the Spirituality yourself, the answers will come. And I wish you luck, nothing is as valuable as having someone you can trust in this life. Good luck with your pregnancy.
"The 24 elders along with the four beasts form a body. These elders four and twenty in number are memorial to the gospel of God was preached in heaven, in earth and in the lower parts. (3x8=24). "Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus (Heb.3:1)"
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The Scripture gives examples to apostleship prior to the Advent of the Son. When God appeared in a dream to Jacob on the eve of his departure to Egypt, His promise was this, "And he said, I am God, the God of thy father: fear not to go down into Egypt; for I will there make of thee a great nation./I will go down with thee into Egypt; and I will also surely bring thee up again(Gen.46.3-4)"
Jacob thus sent Judah first to Joseph in Egypt to inform of his coming. Judah in a manner of speaking represented Jacob. Judah was his apostle. With two sons born to Joseph in Egypt how many went with Jacob to Egypt? Seventy in all, is it not? The Holy Spirit gives us the same as the other disciples that Jesus sent to preach. ( Lk. 10.1)
This foreshadows the apostleship of his 'only begotten Son. The words that he spoke during his earthly ministry were not his own but of his Father. "For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak (Jn.12:49)".
Correspondingly God separates people for service as St Paul was called to be an apostle. "The Holy Ghost said, separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them ( Acts 3.2)". By principle of Association we are all His associates. (Mt.10.40; "6 He that heareth you heareth me; and he that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that despiseth me despiseth him that sent me,"-Lk.10.16)